Matrix Games announces the release of Distant Worlds, the 4X sci-fi strategy game developed by CodeForce. Word is: "Now gamers can experience a 'living galaxy' with endless options and replayability, command vast empires that span many star system and engage in research, diplomacy, ship design, espionage, trade, combat and more!" There is also a day one patch: "An immediate 1.01 update is available along with the release, to resolve one issue discovered after the master files were completed. We recommend that all customers download and install this 1.01 update using the 'Check for Updates' option on the game menu right after installing the main game."

Yeah, I'll admit I'm kinda miffed about not having a demo too. I don't think there was one for Smugglers4 and Armada2526 either (I could be wrong on that though). $30 is pretty cheap for a Matrix game, all things considered. Probably best to wait for a while and see if a demo pops up and catch some reviews. 'Out of Eight', 'Strategy Informer', 'Armchair General' and 'Wargamer' all usually review this stuff pretty quickly. Best to look there if you or anyone's interested...

=-Rigs-=

So full of hate were our eyes, that none of us could see our war would yield countless dead, but never victory. So let us cast arms aside, and like discard our wrath. Thou, in faith, will keep us safe. Whilst we find The Path. - Halo:Contact Harvest

Wow, that was quick! Didn't they just announce this a few weeks ago? Looks pretty good, even though (and I can't believe I'm saying this) the 4x genre is getting a little crowded lately...never too much of a good thing, except finding the time to play them all...

=-Rigs-=

So full of hate were our eyes, that none of us could see our war would yield countless dead, but never victory. So let us cast arms aside, and like discard our wrath. Thou, in faith, will keep us safe. Whilst we find The Path. - Halo:Contact Harvest